Whoopie Pie Bakers and Vendors

At the Rutland Whoopie Pie Festival, you can enter a competition with other bakers to sell and offer samples of your own whoopie pie recipe.

Please check our FAQs prior to registration if you have any questions.

How it works.

WE CURRENTLY HAVE FILLED OUR FESTIVAL WITH BAKERS FOR THE 2026 FESTIVAL!! 

Please email [email protected] to be added to the wait list.

• Bakers Deposit: $100 before July 15th, 2026 | $150 after July 15th, 2026.
  • Deposit required upon registering – you will receive this back plus $750 if you attend the Festival (received upon check-in).
  • You will be paid $750 to set up and provide 250 (3-inch or larger) whoopie pies for sampling at your booth. Each whoopie pie should provide a minimum of four samples.
  • No-shows forfeit their deposit and will not be paid.
• All attendees will present a special ticket to receive a sample.
  • Festival Ticket Sales begin at 12:00 PM. Ticket Booths will be located at the corner of Merchants Row and Center Street.
• You can sell additional whoopie pies and other baked goods.
• A 10 x 10 ft. tent & space will be provided.
  • You provide all items needed to set up under the tent (tables, linens, serving utensils, etc.).
• Awards are available for the Overall Best and People’s Choice Award.
  • Judging will be based on texture, appearance, flavor, and creativity.
  • This year (2026), judges will go to each booth and rate the samples they taste.
  • A QR Code will be provided for People’s Choice Award voting.
• The Rutland Whoopie Pie Festival will also have live performances, food trucks, music and day-long activities for the whole family.
  • A digital schedule of events will be shared as we draw closer to the event.

PLEASE NOTE: Your space is NOT SECURED until you have submitted your deposit (bakers) or space fee (vendors), and you have received confirmation.